Grants Specialist Senior

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* Working Title:

Grants Specialist Senior*
* ** Job Class:
Grants Specialist Senior*
* ** Agency: MN Department of Natural Resources*
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** Job ** : 91293

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** Location** :
St. Paul

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** Telework Eligible** :
Yes, up to 50%

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** Full/Part Time** :
Full-Time

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** Regular/Temporary** :
Unlimited

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** Who May Apply** :
Open to all qualified job seekers

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** Date Posted** : 06/18/2026

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** Closing Date** : 07/07/2026

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** Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** :
Department of Natural Resources

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** Division/Unit** :
Parks & Trails Central Office

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** Work Shift/Work Hours** :
Day Shift / 8:00am to 4:30pm

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** Days of Work** :
Monday - Friday

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** Travel Required** :
Yes

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** Salary Range:**  $30.76 - $45.26 / hourly; $64,227 - $94,503 / annually

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** Classified Status** :
Classified

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** Bargaining Unit/Union** : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

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** FLSA Status** :
Nonexempt

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** Re-Posting** :
Yes

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Yes

** The work you'll do is more than just a job.*
* At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

This position was previously announced from 01/09/2026-1/29/2026. If you have already applied to this position, you do not need to reapply.

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is currently seeking One (1) Grants Specialist Senior to work in the division of Parks and Trails, located in St. Paul, MN. The days of work will be Monday through Friday. Typically from 8:00am to 4:30pm.

This position exists to provide professional technical support to the Division of Parks & Trails' federal water programs and other division grant programs. The incumbent will assist as assigned in the management of the DNR portions of recreational tail programs, grant-in-aid, legislatively authorized pass thru grants for bonding, OHV, general fund, and other grants as assigned. The position implements assigned grants in a manner consistent with applicable state and federal laws and requirements from the Department of Administration's Office of Grants Management and the Department of Management and Budget Capital policies and procedures.

Primary responsibilities include financial management and administration, implementing grant/program policies and procedures, and providing high levels of customer service and technical assistance for internal and external customers.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

+ Assist in the implementation of the state portion of the Federal Sportfish, Boating Infrastructure, and Clean Vessel grants.

+ Administer water grants associated with statewide projects receiving funding via pass-through Bonding, general funding and other grants from legislative appropriations to ensure grantees are following program requirements and are reimbursed properly for project costs.

+ Respond and provide information, reports or participate in special projects as assigned and to assist as needed in post compliance visits, and training.

+ Participate in opportunities to partake of professional development and training that adds or enhances your skill base.

+ Work as a member of a highly motivated and supportive team.

+ Establish working relationships with a variety of public and private organizations and agencies all motivated to provide unforgettable outdoor recreational experiences.

This position has a flexible work arrangement and may be eligible to telework on a part-time basis which is subject to change. If approved, the employee would be required to complete an annual telework agreement. No teleworking during probation period.

** Minimum Qualifications*
* + Three years of professional experience administering grant programs.

+ A bachelor's degree in Grants Administration, Business Administration, Public Policy/ Administration, Accounting,…